2009 Honda Element vs. 1994 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 2009 Honda Element is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Element weights approximately 114 kg more than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Hyundai Marcia. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Hyundai Marcia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Element | 1994 Hyundai Marcia | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Element | Marcia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |